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Sainte-Gemmes-d'Andigné walks
The banks of the Oudon in Segré
A pleasant and varied walk that allows you to discover this pretty little town by passing through unusual and very pleasant places. No difficulty whatsoever.
Towards the ponds of the Saint-Blaise Leisure Park
A lovely, very pleasant walk that goes round the Saint-Blaise ponds and tells the story of the miners’ lives.
Route du Bourgneuf in Saint-Quentin-les-Anges
This circular route will allow you to explore the countryside of Haut-Anjou on the border between Mayenne and Maine-et-Loire. You will pass close to the Oudon, a pretty little river, near the Moulin de Sevillé.
The lake by the umbrella pines in Combrée
Hike accessible all year round. Pleasant paths in the countryside with views of the forest, where you can see deer roaming. Pass through an avenue of umbrella pines, unique in the region.
Combrée Forest and Lake
Discover Combrée’s heritage: Saint-Joseph Chapel, Saint-Pierre Church, Château des Hommeaux, Château du Plessis, Combrée secondary school, not to mention the Ombrée Forest and the leisure centre. The route follows tarmac and gravel paths, including a ‘Voie Verte’ cycle path and a lovely sunken lane. Suitable for all seasons.
Tour of the Longuenée State Forest
A pleasant circular walk around the Longuenée National Forest in peace and quiet.
Margué Route
The Margué route offers a pleasant walk through the countryside around Laigné in southern Mayenne.
Circuit of the three communes starting from Ménil
This mountain bike loop will take you through three communes in the Château-Gontier region: Ménil, Chemazé and Saint-Fort. You will combine towpaths, sunken lanes and greenways to discover the natural heritage of southern Mayenne.
Mayenne towpath and counter-towpath route starting from Ménil
A lovely walk along the River Mayenne, ideal for enjoying the coolness of the river on sunny days! Please note that this is one of the only sections of the river where you can walk along both banks. You can also enjoy beautiful views of the Château de la Haute Roche and the Château de la Porte.
The Mayenne and its valley between Pruillé and Sautré
At the start, you can admire the waterside campsite, the ferry, the open-air café and the pleasure boats moored at the various jetties. We then set off into the rolling countryside of the Mayenne valley until we return to the river at the Sautré lock.
We then finish with a lovely, idyllic walk along the Mayenne, during which we discover the site of La Roussière with its lock and its semi-industrial past as a flour mill.
Daon: a commune protected by its castles
Discover the castle heritage of the commune of Daon on this cycle loop. Between towpaths, rivers and cycle paths, this route offers a thousand and one landscapes and will introduce you to the various castles hidden in the Mayenne countryside.
Route from Bellevue to Daon
Starting from the village of Daon, the Bellevue route takes you along the towpath to explore the right bank of the Mayenne.
Eastern Craon Route
A short circular route that takes you along the paths through the Craon countryside. You’ll also follow the old railway line, now the Laval–Renazé Greenway.
At the Mûrier lake (the start and finish of the route), there are a few benches and picnic tables. There are also plenty of children’s play equipment and water play facilities (in July and August).
The Ridge and Mayenne Trail – La Membrolle
Around La Membrolle-sur-Longuenée and Pruillé, this walk allows you to discover beautiful
landscapes of hedgerows, orchards and peaceful, undulating paths. Further on, along the Mayenne towpath, you’ll cross paths with those cycling the ‘Vélo Francette’ route. A stop is a must at the pretty Roussière lock and at Pruillé harbour to refuel and admire the scenery.
Walk in Château-Gontier
This route takes you along greenways, narrow streets and gardens. It's a pleasant way to discover this charming town crossed by the Mayenne River on foot.
Sauveloup Route
Taking in both town and countryside, the Sauveloup route will allow you to explore the Azé countryside and the banks of the Mayenne. In Château-Gontier, you’ll also see the magnificent Saint-Julien Hospital with its large dome, as well as the Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, which overlooks the Mayenne valley from its rocky outcrop.
The Coudriers Route in Coudray
The Coudriers route in Coudray will take you through the countryside around this pretty, flower-filled village (4 flowers). You’ll also pass close to the Bavouze lock on the River Mayenne. You can head down to the riverbank for a refreshing break; this is a detour of about 150 m (turn left just after the Blin flour mill, 500 m before the ‘5 ’).
Château-Gontier Viaduct route on the Mayenne
This circular route will take you to discover the Château-Gontier Viaduct, which opened on 5 October 2022. This monumental structure is 296 m long and 28 m high. After taking in some wonderful views of the river, set off to explore the must-see sights of Château-Gontier.
Between the tranquillity of the towpath and the hustle and bustle of the town at Château-Gontier
A route combining the tranquillity of the towpath with the energy of the town.Let yourself be carried away by the tranquillity of the towpath along the Mayenne River, then head to the town of Château-Gontier-sur-Mayenne to discover its charm, nestled between nature and heritage.
The La Rincerie route
A short, easy walk suitable for families around the La Rincerie lake. A pair of binoculars might be useful for exploring the birdwatching area (western part of the lake).
The Pinson Route in Loigné-sur-Mayenne
The Pinson route in Loigné-sur-Mayenne will take you on a journey through the countryside of southern Mayenne and the Mayenne valley. Along the way, you’ll catch sight of the Manoir du Viaulnay, the Château de Neuville and La Françoisière. Finally, on the last section of the route, you’ll enjoy the tranquillity of the River Mayenne as you walk along the towpath from the Neuville lock to the La Roche lock.